News – The Island
WEBContempt charges initiated against former State Intelligence boss. Non-payment of Easter Sunday damages By A.J.A Abeynayake The Supreme Court initiated contempt of court proceedings, on Friday (27), against Nilantha Jayawardena, …
Editorial – The Island
WEBVote wisely and avoid regrets. Friday 20th September, 2024 Some presidential candidates seem to believe in their own Goebbelssian claims that their victory in tomorrow’s election is certain. They pretend that...
Lanka’s sex workers face false charges: Women’s collective
WEB1 year ago. on. 2023/10/1. By APSARA RODRIGO. ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s sex workers have faced fundamental rights violations including unlawful detention and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment, a representative of the Abhimani Women’s Collective said at a conference last week (26). “Following their arrest, sex workers frequently ...
Latest News - The Island
WEBHeavy showers about 100 mm can be expected at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces and in Kaluthara district. Weather forecast issued at 05.30 a.m. on 29 September 2024 by the Department of Meteorology Showers may occur in Southern province and in Batticaloa and Ampara... News7 hours ago.
The Island - Daily English Language Newspaper in Sri Lanka
WEBThe Island is a daily English newspaper in Sri Lanka that covers news, sports, entertainment, and more. Read the latest stories and opinions from the island nation.
Opinion – The Island
WEBA vote for a minor candidate ‘a wasted vote’ ? by Chandre Dharmawardana [email protected] Political pollsters, as well as analysts, have claimed that the up-coming presidential election is a contest among the three main contenders, Anura K.... Opinion 2 weeks ago.
Sports – The Island
WEBSri Lanka eye big first innings total after Chandimal’s century. Rex Clementine in Galle Sri Lanka tightened their grip on the second Test against New Zealand, piling on the runs and finishing the day at 306... Sports 20 hours ago.
Latest News - The Island
WEBSufficient fuel reserves available for national consumption – Ministry of Power and Energy officials brief the president. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was informed by officials from the Ministry of Power and Energy that the country currently has sufficient fuel reserves to meet consumption... Latest News8 hours ago.
Features – The Island
WEBSir John Kotelawela (1953 — 1956), as seen by his Assistant Secretary. (Excerpted from Rendering Unto Caesar by Bradman Weerakoon) … the prime minister is the keystone of the Cabinet arch. John Morley, 1889 The strongest man is... Features 9 hours ago.
Business – The Island
WEBSLT-MOBITEL offers unbeatable rates on Tourist SIM & eSIM packages. Reaffirming its commitment to offering best in class connectivity, SLT-MOBITEL has unveiled an exciting value proposition with its latest Tourist SIM pack, …